We all struggle with shame wrongfully imposed on us by others...for who we are, what we look

like, who we love, our work, our lifestyle. We pick at the specks in each others eyes while the

logs of racism, wealth inequality, environmental degradation, and xenophobia remain firmly

lodged in place. Yet...our infinitely compassionate God hears our cries, receives our

brokenness, and provides us with something greater than we ever could have imagined.